ABSTRACT
Injury to the larynx and trachea are rare but serious, life-threatening events. It is estimated that less than 1 per cent of trauma seen in the emergency department includes an upper airway injury.1 A high index of suspicion is essential to identify laryngo-tracheal injury. Therefore, it is essential for the otolaryngologist to have a clear understanding of the assessment and management of upper airway injury as the condition is unlikely to be seen often by a single practitioner. This chapter aims to give the reader an overview of the mechanisms and sequalae of injury to the larynx and trachea, as well as the management options from a practical perspective.
